User manual
Please review before
operating vac.
Manual del usuario
Por favor lea esta manual antes
de usar la aspiradora.
Wet/Dry Vacuum
Household and Workshop Use
Series MC, MZ
Aspiradora para Líquidos/Sólidos
Para Uso Doméstico y Comercial
Series MC, MZ
ATTENTION!
Read all safety rules carefully
before attempting to operate.
Retain for future reference.
¡
ATENCIÓN!
Lea cuidadosamente todas
las normas de seguridad
antes de utilizar la aspira-
dora. Conserve esta man-
ual para consultas futuras.
¡
PELIGRO!
Nunca opere esta unidad ante
la presencia de materiales o
vapores inflamables dado que
los artefactos eléctricos pro-
ducen arcos o chispas que
pueden causar un incendio o
una explosión.
¡
NO DEJE LA ASPI-
RADORA FUNCIO-
NANDO SIN VIGI-
LANCIA!
DANGER!
Never operate this unit when
flammable materials or
vapors are present because
electrical devices produce
arcs or sparks that can cause
a fire or explosion.
NEVER OPERATE
UNATTENDED!
Manuel d’utilisation
Veuillez lire avant d’utiliser
l’aspirateur.
Aspirateur pour Déchets Secs et Humides
Pour Utilisation Domestique ou dans les Entrepôts
Series MC, MZ
ATTENTION!
Lisez attentivement les in-
structions sur la sécurité
avant d’utiliser cet appareil.
Conservez cette Notice pour
vous y reporter ultérieurement.
DANGER
!
N’utilisez jamais cet aspira-
teur en présence de vapeurs
ou de matières inflammables.
Les appa-reils électriques
produisent des arcs ou des
étincelles qui peuvent causer
un incendie ou une explosion.
NE JAMAIS FAIRE
FONCTIONNER SANS
SURVEILLANCE!
BRAND/MARQUE/MARCA
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: READ ALL
INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE.
WARNING – TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:
1. Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing. Connect to a properly grounded
outlet only. See Grounding Instructions.
2. Do not expose to rain – store indoors.
3. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
4. Use only as described in this manual. Use only Manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
5. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or
dropped into water, contact Shop-Vac Corporation for assistance.
6. Do Not: pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run
appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
7. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug; not the cord.
8. Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
9. Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any openings blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair and anything that may reduce
air flow.
10. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
11. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
12. Do not use without dust bag and/or filters in place.
13. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
14. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
15. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where they may be present.
16. Do not use your cleaner as a sprayer of flammable liquids such as oil base paints, lacquers, household cleaners, etc.
17. Do not vacuum toxic, carcinogenic, combustible or other hazardous materials such as asbestos, arsenic, barium, beryllium, lead,
pesticides or other health endangering materials. Specially designed units are available for these purposes.
18. Do not pick up wood or coal ash; soot, cement, plaster or drywall dust without collection filter bag in place. These are very fine
particles that may pass through the foam and affect the performance of the motor or be exhausted back into the air. Additional
collection filter bags are available.
19. Do not leave the cord lying on the floor once you have finished the cleaning job. It can become a tripping hazard.
20. Use special care when emptying heavily loaded tanks.
21. To avoid spontaneous combustion, empty tank after each use.
22. The operation of a utility vac can result in foreign objects being blown into eyes, which can result in eye damage. Always wear safety
goggles when operating vacuum.
23. STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing and use common sense. Do not use vacuum cleaner when you are tired, distracted or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication causing diminished control.
24. WARNING! Do NOT use this vacuum cleaner to vacuum lead paint debris because this may disperse fine lead particles into the
air. This vacuum cleaner is not intended for use under EPA Regulation 40 CFR Part 745 for lead paint material cleanup.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
– DO NOT LEAVE VACUUM UNATTENDED WHEN IT IS PLUGGED IN AND/
OR OPERATING. UNPLUG UNIT WHEN NOT IN USE.
This appliance is for use on a
nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a
grounded plug that looks like the
plug illustrated in sketch A. A tem-
porary adapter that looks like the
adapter illustrated in sketches B
and C may be used to connect this
plug to a 2-pole receptacle as shown
in sketch B if a properly grounded
outlet is not available. The temporary
adapter should be used only until a
properly grounded outlet (sketch A)
can be installed by a qualified electrician. The green colored rigid ear, lug or the like extending from
the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box
cover. Whenever the adapter is used, it must be held in place by a metal screw.
IN CANADA, THE USE OF A TEMPORARY ADAPTOR IS NOT PERMITTED BY THE CANADIAN
ELECTRICAL CODE. Make sure that the appliance is connected to an outlet having the same
configuration as the plug. No adapter should be used with this appliance.
2. Secure wall bracket to mounting surface with 2 screws provided or other suitable fastener. (NOTE:
The screws provided are adequate ONLY for mounting into wood. Be sure to use the proper, suit-
able fasteners for mounting vacuum to a surface other than wood.) Be sure wall bracket is level
(Figure 1).
3. Install vacuum by aligning groove on either side of tank to engage as the vacuum is lowered onto
the wall bracket (Figure 2).
4. To avoid possible injury or damage by dislodging vacuum from wall bracket or dropping tank
during unlatching, always remove the entire vacuum from wall bracket and set on floor to empty
tank or service filter.
5. Before removing vacuum from wall bracket, check to make sure tank cover is secured to tank. To
remove vacuum from wall bracket, grasp top handle with one hand and tank bottom with other
hand. Slide vacuum off of wall bracket by lifting straight up on vacuum (Figure 3).
6.
The tool holder can be mounted on the wall in close proximity to the wall bracket (Figure 4).
Secure with mounting hardware provided.
This appliance must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a
path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This appliance is
equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug
must be inserted into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances.
WARNING – IMPROPER CONNECTION OF THE EQUIP-
MENT-GROUNDING CONDUCTOR CAN RESULT IN A RISK OF ELEC-
TRIC SHOCK. CHECK WITH A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN OR SERVICE
PERSON IF YOU ARE IN DOUBT AS TO WHETHER THE OUTLET IS
PROPERLY GROUNDED. DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED WITH
THE APPLIANCE – IF IT WILL NOT FIT THE OUTLET, HAVE A PROPER
OUTLET INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
UNPACKING AND SET-UP
1. Remove the tank cover by pushing in the side lugs with thumbs and lifting up on the tabs of
the tank cover. Remove any accessories, which may have been shipped in the tank.
2. Before replacing tank cover, refer to Dry Pick Up Operation or Wet Pick Up Operation in this
manual to ensure you have the proper filters installed for your cleaning operation.
3. Replace tank cover on the tank by aligning tabs with the lugs. Press down firmly on the upper
housing until tank cover snaps into place.
4. Insert machine hose end into inlet of tank. Twist slightly to tighten
the connection (Figure A).
5. Attach one of the cleaning accessories (depending on your clean-
ing requirements) on the accessory end of the hose. Twist slightly
to tighten the connection (Figure A).
6. Plug the cord into the wall outlet. Your cleaner is ready for use.
I = ON, O = OFF
NOTE: MANY MORE USEFUL TOOLS ARE AVAILABLE AT YOUR LOCAL DEALER OR
SHOP-VAC
®
WEBSITE.
When using the appliance at a distance where an extension cord becomes necessary, a 3-conductor
grounding cord of adequate size must be used for safety, and to prevent loss of power and overheating.
Use the table below to determine A.W.G. wire size required. To determine ampere rating of your vacuum,
refer to nameplate located on rear of motor cover.
Before using appliance, inspect
power cord for loose or exposed
wires and damaged insulation. Make
any needed repairs or replacements
before using your appliance. Use
only three-wire outdoor extension
cords which have three-prong
grounding-type plugs and three-pole
receptacles which accept the exten-
sion cord’s plug. When vacuuming
liquids, be sure the extension cord connection does not come in contact with the liquid.
NOTE: STATIC SHOCKS ARE COMMON IN DRY AREAS OR WHEN THE RELATIVE HUMIDITY OF
THE AIR IS LOW. THIS IS ONLY TEMPORARY AND DOES NOT AFFECT THE USE OF THE APPLI-
ANCE. TO REDUCE THE FREQUENCY OF STATIC SHOCKS IN YOUR HOME, THE BEST REMEDY
IS TO ADD MOISTURE TO THE AIR WITH A CONSOLE OR INSTALLED HUMIDIFIER.
EXTENSION CORDS
Volts
Total length of cord in feet
120V
Ampere Rating
More Not More
Than Than
0 - 6
6 - 10
10 - 12
12 - 16
25 50 100
150
AWG
18
18
16
14
16
16
16
12
16
14
14
14
12
12
Not recommended
A
MOUNTING WALL BRACKET
(Not standard with all models)
1. Select mounting location at a wall stud and/or provide a surface which is strong enough to hold
the combined weight of the vacuum with a full tank of debris and accessories.
WARNING – INADEQUATE MOUNTING COULD ALLOW
THE UNIT TO FALL, CAUSING INJURY AND/OR DAMAGE TO THE
UNIT.
WARNING – ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE PLUG FROM THE
WALL OUTLET BEFORE REMOVING THE TANK COVER.
1. Install foam sleeve and disposable filter bag to pick up dust and dry material only. If the foam
sleeve has been used to pick up liquids, the foam sleeve must be cleaned and dried before
installing for dry pick up.
2. With tank cover in an upside down position, slide foam sleeve down over lid cage pulling until
foam sleeve completely covers lid cage (Figure 5).
3. To install disposable filter bag, remove hose from inlet.
4. Slide collar of filter bag into retainer guides (Figure 6).
5. When secured in place, expand bag and position around the inside of the tank. The dispos-
able filter bag should always be in position when using the foam sleeve for dry pick up.
CAUTION – KEEP FILTERS CLEAN
EFFICIENCY OF THE VACUUM IS LARGELY DEPENDENT ON THE FILTER. A CLOGGED
FILTER CAN CAUSE OVERHEATING AND POSSIBLY DAMAGE THE CLEANER. CHECK THE
FILTER PERIODICALLY AND REPLACE AS REQUIRED.
DRY PICK UP OPERATION
5
6
WET PICK UP OPERATION
Remove ALL dirt and debris found in the tank. The vacuum requires only a minimum of conversion
when going from dry to wet pick up. Wet pick up requires the foam sleeve (not standard on all
models) to be in position over the lid cage. Misting in exhaust air may occur if the foam sleeve
becomes saturated during wet pick up. If misting occurs, remove and dry the saturated foam sleeve
or replace with another dry foam sleeve to eliminate the misting and possible dripping of liquid
around the lid. Turn the unit off immediately upon completing a wet pick up job or when tank is full
and ready to be emptied. Raise the hose to drain any excess liquid into the tank. The interior of
the tank should be periodically cleaned.
The foam sleeve should be cleaned periodically as described in the following steps:
1. Always disconnect the plug from the wall receptacle before removing the tank cover. Place tank
cover in an upside down position. Remove foam sleeve by sliding it up and off the lid cage.
2. Shake excess dust off foam sleeve with a rapid up and down movement.
3. Hold foam sleeve under running water for a minute or two, rinsing from the inside. A water wash
is not always required, depending on the condition of the foam sleeve.
4. Gently wring out excess water, blot foam sleeve with a clean towel, and allow to dry. The foam
sleeve is now ready to be reinstalled on the lid cage.
NOTE: WET PICK UP ACCESSORIES SHOULD BE WASHED PERIODICALLY, ESPECIALLY
AFTER PICKING UP WET, STICKY KITCHEN ACCIDENTS. THIS CAN BE ACCOMPLISHED
WITH A WARM SOLUTION OF SOAP AND WATER.
EMPTYING LIQUID WASTE FROM
THE TANK
Your Shop-Vac
®
Wet/Dry vacuum may be emptied of liquid waste by removing the tank cover. To
empty, stop the motor and remove the plug from the wall receptacle. Remove the tank cover and
deposit the liquid waste contents in a suitable drain. After the tank is empty, return the cover to
its original position. To continue use, plug the cord into the wall receptacle and start the motor.
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SHOP-VAC CORPORATION
2323 Reach Road, P.O. Box 3307
Williamsport, PA 17701-0307
(570) 326-3557
www.shopvac.com
SHOP-VAC CANADA
1770 Appleby Line
Burlington, Ontario L7L 5P8
(905) 335-9730
www.shopvac.ca
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MÉXICO
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